Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

Negotiating a 132a

I was unable to secure an atty for my 132a. After going thru a 3 day deposition they requested that I name a figure to make it go away. I beleive I have them for breach of oral contract with past practice and change of pay status from exempt to hourly while on modified WC as well as wrongful termination. What is a reasonable amount? I have been out of work for a year and was requesting back pay and a years future pay in lieu of my getting my job back. Also benies and various other things like Dea lic, ACLs, etc. I requested over $150,000.00 (as this is what the above would add up to. Can you help me in being realistic in what to expect or ask for? What is the norm? My life has been ruined because of their actions. Also, has this latest amendment in labor law (I believe chptr 12) become a law? It deals with general harrassment at the work site. Would EEOC be obligated to handle it? Or fair housing and employment? Thanks so much for your help.


Asked on 10/02/03, 9:08 am

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H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: Negotiating a 132a

a "reasonable" amount to request is a completely relative term and will essentially be determined thru the quality of your negotiation efforts in respect to your overall damages realized or that you are seeking here. you might seriously think about retaining an attorney in your negotiations here so that the likelihood of you asking for or giving up too much is greatly lessened. if you would like further assistance in this matter, feel free to email me directly with your contact information for a free phone evaluation of your case.

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Answered on 10/02/03, 9:45 pm


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